Atty. John Henry Maville

Atty. John Henry Maville

John Henry Maville is a lawyer practicing general civil practice, probate, wills and 15 other areas of law. John has been licensed for 59 years.

Belvidere Belvidere 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About John Henry Maville at a glance

John Henry Maville is a Member based in Belvidere, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of John H. Maville. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1968). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Boone County (Secretary-Treasurer, 1968-1969 President, 1974-1975) 1968-1995, 2002— and Illinois State (Member, General Practice Section Council, 1990-2000 Chair, 1998-1999 Newsletter Co-Editor, 1992-1995) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Belvidere, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Henry Maville is a lawyer practicing general civil practice, probate, wills and 15 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at Law Office of John H. Maville in Belvidere, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Henry Maville's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Henry Maville handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Belvidere are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Henry Maville

Where is John Henry Maville's law office located?
John Henry Maville's law practice is located in Belvidere, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of John H. Maville. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Henry Maville handle?
John Henry Maville focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Henry Maville practiced law?
John Henry Maville has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John Henry Maville go to law school?
John Henry Maville earned their education at (J.D., 1967).
How can I contact John Henry Maville for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Henry Maville received?
John Henry Maville's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1968

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